Diagnostic and Therapeutic Colonoscopy

Abstract Colonoscopy is the most commonly performed procedure for colorectal cancer screening, removal of polyps, and evaluation of lower gastrointestinal symptoms. This chapter reviews the periprocedural care of patients undergoing colonoscopy, including bowel preparation, management of anticoagulation, and procedural sedation. Additionally it addresses the technique of the procedure, the technical aspects of polyp detection and removal, and the treatment of the most common complications of the procedure.